Hobbyzone Super Cub LP Modifications

ailerons

I purchased this kit since it is a trainer aircraft with optional floats so I can have something fun to fly off the water.  The only thing that I didn't like is that it has no ailerons so I modified the wing to have ailerons.  Each aileron is 9 inches long by 1-3/4 inches wide.  I used a 65° cut on the leading edge of the ailerons to provide the clearance required for the 'up' movement.

The parts I used are as follows:
 - Great Planes Small Nylon Control Horns (GPMQ3900)
 - DU-BRO Electric Flyer Hinge Tape (916)
 - Mini E/Z Connector (845)
 - Expert Electronics 6" Servo Y Harness (EXRA315)
 - 2 ea. Hobbico 12" Servo Extension (HCAM2100)
 - GWS Pico Servos

Measure - 9"

Bevel

Trim

Install

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Wheels

I went with the DU-BRO 2-1/2" Super Lite Wheels (250SL) to aid in take-offs and landings off the grass.  The wheels are held on with 4-40 Lock Nuts (GPMQ3344).

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wing struts

I replaced the wing strut mount screws with 'eye' screws for ease of connection of the wing struts.  Now all I have to do is slip the opening of the wing strut over the 'eye' screw and turn the 'eye' screw 1/4 turn and the struts are locked in place.    

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reapirs

When it becomes necessary to make repairs to the foam parts of the aircraft, I have found a great product for making repairs. Woodland Scenics Foam Putty 16 oz. (ST1447)

My first repair was to a scuffed wingtip where approximately 1/4" of material was ripped off the wing tip.  This product is very easy to work with and is quite easy to sculpt, carve, and sand.

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new paint

After a couple years I decided to give this bird a new proper color for a Cub.